Caption: Curling is generally considered a niche, high-skill "hidden gem" sport that gains mainstream attention only during the Winter Olympics.
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Caption: Countless skaters have been falling on the poorly-maintained ice at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Caption: The 2026 Winter Olympics are set in Milano Cortina, Italy.
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